We reported earlier this month that the Jurassic Park Discovery Center was in the middle of a repainting project. Now the painting appears to be complete as a bright red Jurassic Park sign and freshly painted columns debut at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The lettering on the sign now matches that of the iconic Jurassic … Read more
On March 31st, Universal Studios Japan will celebrate its 20th anniversary, and there’s already a slew of merchandise on sale to celebrate properties that have graced the park during its first 20 years, including Back to the Future, JAWS, and Sesame Street! You can take a video tour below on our YouTube channel, or keep … Read more
In addition to the torches at the entrance to Jurassic World VelociCoaster, another effect has been turned on at the Universal’s Islands of Adventure attraction. A mist or smoke effect is now wafting out of a building adjacent to the track. This effect may be turned on and off as testing continues at Jurassic World … Read more
The torches illuminating the velociraptors at the entrance to Jurassic World VelociCoaster in Universal’s Islands of Adventure have been turned on again. Previously, the torches were seen being tested at night time. This is our first time catching them on in person. There are two torches, one on either side of the attraction’s entrance sign, … Read more
After walls were taken down around the new walkway near Jurassic World VelociCoaster, the bypass bridge has been opened, allowing us to get a better view of the new ride. The bridge connecting Jurassic Park and Lost Continent has reopened today, giving us a great view of the Jurassic World VelociCoaster. While the starting point … Read more
The highly anticipated Jurassic World VelociCoaster is set to debut sometime this summer at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Velociraptor statues were installed earlier this week and guard the walkway to the new attraction. Today we heard some thrilling sounds coming from the ride area, and we suspect to get an up-close encounter with Velociraptors when … Read more
The raptors are coming… but at the Jurassic World VelociCoaster, they’re already here. A pair of velociraptor statues have been unveiled, marking the waterfront plaza entrance to the attraction at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Crews were on hand to oversee the unwrapping of the statues, which shows a pair of raptors ready to strike. The … Read more
While anticipation builds for the opening of the Jurassic World VelociCoaster, it seems that other areas of Jurassic Park are also getting some renewal at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The Jurassic Park Discovery Center is currently being repainted, refreshing its look before guests zoom by on the VelociCoaster track. A worker on a cherry picker … Read more
More construction walls have come down around Jurassic World VelociCoaster in Jurassic Park at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The walls reveal much of the coaster behind the paddock gates. Some construction workers were admiring their handiwork, and we can’t blame them! There is now an incredible view of the coaster. More workers were down by … Read more
As we anticipate the grand opening of Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, the park continues to add theming elements to the surrounding areas including landscaping. Neal Diebold who is lovingly referenced as “The Tree Guy” at Universal Orlando Resort recently shared with Discover Universal Blog what it’s like to creatively introduce the … Read more
With the finishing touches being put in place for the imminent opening of Universal’s Islands of Adventure’s newest species of roller coaster this summer, a Universal Orlando Annual Passholder-exclusive Jurassic World: VelociCoaster T-shirt has arrived at the theme park. Annual Passholder-Exclusive Jurassic World: VelociCoaster Graphic T-Shirt – $25.00 The tee features a tropical graphic stating … Read more
A couple of weeks ago, the velociraptors looming over the entrance to Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure were revealed. Thanks to bioreconstruct on Twitter, we now have a look at the entrance illuminated by torches at night. The torches are on either side of the attraction’s marquee, beneath each velociraptor. When Jurassic … Read more
Welcome to another exciting day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. We started our day over at Islands of Adventure and noticed that techs were working on the Incredible Hulk Coaster. The Incredible Hulk Coaster had some issues and did not open with the rest of the park. It was interesting to see the water … Read more
Today, while we were touring around Jurassic Park at Universal’s Island of Adventure, we noticed some improvements taking place. First off, we noticed that the Jurassic Outfitters sign was missing the word “Outfitters”. The dinosaur skull in the middle of the sign was also removed. We were told that the store was not changing its … Read more
The entrance to Jurassic World VelociCoaster, complete with velociraptors, was unveiled a week ago at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Now a Jurassic World archway seems to be under construction on the other side of the coaster. This archway is at one end of the bridge bypass connecting Jurassic Park and the Lost Continent. It’s not … Read more
A new Jurassic Park merchandise collection has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. This new collection includes a fuzzy waist pack, furry mini backpack, apparel, and more. Jurassic Park Furry Camo Waist Bag – $26.00 This fuzzy camo waist bag can store a few of your personal belongings. The interior of the waist bag features a … Read more